Here are the most recent food safety violations in Lebanon County, as documented by Pennsylvania’s Department of Agriculture.
Inspections are taken as a “snapshot” of the day and time, and should not necessarily be taken as overall indicators of an establishment’s cleanliness. Violations are often corrected prior to the inspector leaving the site. Restaurants were found to be in compliance unless otherwise noted.
Dairy Queen West #10430
May 2, 2023 | 2600 W Cumberland St, Lebanon, PA 17042
4 – 204.112 Design & Functionality of Temperature Measuring Devices
Temperature measuring device for ensuring proper temperature of equipment is not available or readily accessible in a refrigerator in the front food preparation area.
4 – 601.11(A) Equipment, Food Contact Surfaces, Nonfood Contact Surfaces and Utensils
Ice machine inner panel was observed to have mold and was not clean to sight and touch.
The Union Beer House
May 4, 2023 | 2631 W Cumberland St, Lebanon, PA 17042
3 – 302.11 Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging & Segregation
Raw chicken was observed stored above ready to eat foods in the walk-in refrigerator.
4 – 302.12 Food Temperature Measuring Devices Provided
Thermometers for ensuring proper temperatures of food are not available or readily accessible.
4 – 501.12 Cutting Surfaces
Observed deeply scored cutting boards not resurfaced or discarded as required.
Fairfield Inn & Suites – Jonestown
May 4, 2023 | 4 Fisher Ave, Jonestown, PA 17038
2 – 402.11 Effectiveness-Hair Restraints
Food employee observed in the food preparation area, not wearing proper hair restraints, such as nets, hats, or beard covers.
Whirling Dervish Bakery
May 5, 2023 | 50 W Main St – Side Door, Annville, PA 17003
5 – 501.17 Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered
Women’s toilet room is not provided with a covered waste receptacle for sanitary napkins.
MG Mercantile
May 5, 2023 | 501 PA Rte 117, Mount Gretna, PA 17064
No violations found.
J & S Pizza Lions
May 5, 2023 | 31 W Main St, Annville, PA 17003
2 – 401.11 Eating, Drinking or Using Tobacco
Food Employees observed eating or tasting food in the food preparation area.
4 – 302.12 Food Temperature Measuring Devices Provided
Thermometers for ensuring proper temperatures of food are not available or readily accessible.
4 – 601.11(A) Equipment, Food Contact Surfaces, Nonfood Contact Surfaces and Utensils
Ice machine inner panel was observed to have mold and was not clean to sight and touch.
Ideal Food Basket
May 5, 2023 | 640 N 7th St, Lebanon, PA 17046
2 – 301.14 When to Wash
Food employee put on a hairnet and then did not wash hands prior to serving food to a customer.
3 – 305.11 Food Storage, Preventing Contamination from the Premises
Facility temporarily moved produce preparation/cutting to the basement of the building into an area that is not sanitary and is in close proximity to the sewer grease trap area. The area does not have a handwashing sink which is required to be in close proximity to food preparation.
3 – 501.17 Ready-to-Eat, Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking
Produce cut and packaged in the store is not dated properly.
Eicholtz Concessions/Munche Boyz
May 6, 2023 | 840 N 7th St, Lebanon, PA 17046
No violations found.
McDonald’s #19989
May 8, 2023 | 295 W Lincoln Ave, Myerstown, PA 17067
4 – 501.14 Warewashing Equipment, Cleaning Frequency
Three bay sink observed with buildup of greasy residue and not cleaned before use, and frequently throughout the day. Items will be removed from the sink and the sink will be thoroughly cleaned.
4 – 601.11(A) Equipment, Food Contact Surfaces, Nonfood Contact Surfaces and Utensils
Assorted containers and baking trays were observed to have food residue and were not clean to sight and touch. Removed for cleaning.
4 – 602.13 Nonfood-Contact Surfaces
Non-food contact surfaces, such as shelving, not cleaned at a frequency to preclude accumulation of dirt and soil.
4 – 903.11 (A-B)(D) Equipment, Utensils and Linens, Storing
Observed clean food equipment and/or utensils in dish area, stored wet in a manner that does not allow for draining and/or air drying (wet nesting). Removed for cleaning.
Isaac’s Craft Kitchen And Brewery
May 8, 2023 | 119 Springwood Dr, Lebanon, PA 17042
5 – 502.11 Frequency-Removal
Waste is not removed from the food facility at an appropriate frequency as evidenced by overflowing outside dumpster.
Burger King #620
May 8, 2023 | 2040 W Cumberland St, Lebanon, PA 17042
2 – 402.11 Effectiveness-Hair Restraints
Food employee observed in the front food preparation area, not wearing proper hair restraints, such as nets, hats, or beard covers.
4 – 602.13 Nonfood-Contact Surfaces
Floor under shelves in the dining area is not cleaned at a frequency to preclude accumulation of old food particles and debris.
The Bagel Rack
May 8, 2023 | 1940 W Cumberland St, Lebanon, PA 17042
No violations found.
Italian Village Pizza, USA
May 9, 2023 | 2 Lehman St, Lebanon, PA 17046
7 – 102.11 Common Name-Working Containers
One unlabeled spray bottle was observed. Corrected.
Guild
May 9, 2023 | 170 N 9th St, Lebanon, PA 17046
6 – 501.114 Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter
The rear storage room has some obsolete items and is disorganized. PIC said they were planning to complete this task soon.
7 – 102.11 Common Name-Working Containers
Two unlabeled spray bottles were observed in the rear storage room.
Cakes By Maraima & Café
May 9, 2023 | 443 Cumberland St, Lebanon, PA 17046
3 – 305.11 Food Storage, Preventing Contamination from the Premises
Ventilation ducts above the food prep area show a build-up of dust and debris.
4 – 903.11 (A-B)(D) Equipment, Utensils and Linens, Storing
Observed clean food equipment in the food prep area, stored uncovered or not inverted; debris has collected inside of this equipment.
PA Chen’s House
May 10, 2023 | 1510 Cumberland St, Lebanon, PA 17042
4 – 601.11(A) Equipment, Food Contact Surfaces, Nonfood Contact Surfaces and Utensils
During a Food Safety inspection of this facility on 4/25/23, it was observed that partially cooked chicken was being stored in cardboard cartons that previously contained raw chicken. The topic was discussed with the person in charge. While dropping off a completed inspection report on 5/10/23, the inspector observed the facility using the cardboard carton lid from a box of raw chicken to hold cooked chicken. The facility was also using metal sheet trays, but the PIC said they did not have enough sheet trays so they used a the lid of the raw chicken carton.
City Edge Coffee (MFF 3)
May 10, 2023 | 1404 Weavertown Rd, Lebanon, PA 17046
No violations found.
Boyer’s Tavern
May 11, 2023 | 285 Rexmont Rd, Lebanon, PA 17042
3 – 603.11 Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw, Undercooked, or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens
Beef is served undercooked to the customer’s request; however, a written consumer advisory (on the menu, table tent, or placard) is not provided to the consumer.
4 – 501.12 Cutting Surfaces
Observed deeply scored cutting boards not resurfaced or discarded as required.
4 – 602.13 Nonfood-Contact Surfaces
Kitchen floor is not cleaned at a frequency to preclude accumulation of grease and old food particles.
Walk-in refrigerator fan guards are not cleaned at a frequency to preclude accumulation dust.
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